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Christopher Coath is a Senior Research Fellow specializing in isotope measurements and development of mass spectrometry hardware and techniques. With a B.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge, his research focuses on understanding the early solar system's evolution through isotopic characterization of primitive meteorites. This work provides insights into stellar inputs to the proto-solar nebula and the astrophysical context in which the solar system formed. Key areas of his research include the development of new techniques and instrumentation, particularly in collaboration with Thermo Fisher Scientific to advance the field with instruments like the 'Proteus' multicollector inductively-coupled plasma mass spectrometer. His current development includes a novel 'double-spike' method to make accurate isotope ratio measurements in 3-isotope systems, specifically magnesium and silicon. Coath's projects involve tracking the solar nebula's evolution and nutrient cycling in the Severn Estuary, reflecting his commitment to addressing significant challenges in geoscience and astrobiology.
University of Bristol • Bristol, ENG, GB
Leading research on isotope measurements and the development of mass spectrometry techniques.
Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.